Drugs, bribes, falsifying evidence, unjustified force and kickbacks: there are many opportunities for cops to act like criminals. Jammed Up is the definitive study of the nature and causes of police misconduct. While police departments are notoriously protective of their own?especially personnel and disciplinary information?Michael White and Robert... more...

The police are perhaps the most visible representation of government. They are charged with what has been characterized as an "impossible" mandate -- control and prevent crime, keep the peace, provide public services -- and do so within the constraints of democratic principles. The police are trusted to use deadly force when it is called... more...

A mental disorder can lead to distressful, sometimes life-altering effects, ranging from sleep problems or relationship troubles to disability or suicide. Depression and anxiety disorders are two major mental disorders that affect millions of Americans. Twenty percent of U.S. adults or 40 million people experience some type of mental disorder each... more...